What is it?

• Cosmetic preservative used to prevent mold growth

Where is it used?

• Makeup
• Lotions
• Shampoo
• Deodorants

What does it do?

• Inhibits mold growth

Interesting Facts:

• Comes under many different prefix names
• Used since the 1950’s

Pros/Cons:

Pros:

• Inhibits the growth of mold and bacteria in products
• Extends shelf life
• Has been banned in Europe

Cons:

• Linked to Cancer
• May cause allergic reactions
• Skin reactions include: blisters,rash and hives
• Mimics estrogen in the body and is an endocrine disruptor